Lentil risotto with root vegetables fresh from the oven

This recipe details a protein-rich red lentil risotto featuring earthy lentils combined with roasted root vegetables. The dish incorporates carrots, celery, and parsnips, often topped with crunchy caramelized walnuts.

To prepare, cook red lentils al dente. Sauté garlic and onions, then rice, gradually adding hot vegetable stock. Fold in the cooked lentils, cheese, and sour cream, then season. For the root vegetables, wash and cut them into wedges, marinate in olive oil and syrup, then roast at 180°C for approximately 20 minutes until tender-crisp. Serve the creamy risotto topped with the warm roasted vegetables, garnished with optional herb oil or caramelized nuts.

Add red lentils for an even more protein-rich take on the classic creamy risotto. Earthy, luscious lentils combined with roasted carrots, celery and parsnips, topped with crunchy caramelized walnuts.

Lentil risotto with root vegetables fresh from the oven

Lentil risotto with root vegetables fresh from the oven

Ingredients

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Instructions

Preparing the risotto

1. Cook the lentils until al dente. Sauté the garlic and onions in olive oil until translucent. Add the rice and sauté. Gradually add the hot vegetable stock.
2. When cooked, add the red lentils. Fold in the cheese and sour cream. Season with salt and pepper.

Preparing the root vegetables

1. Wash and brush the vegetables thoroughly. Cut off the stalks. Cut the vegetables into large wedges and marinate in olive oil and syrup. Season with a little salt and freshly ground pepper.
2. Spread on a baking tray and roast at 180°C for approx. 20 minutes. The vegetables should still have a slight bite.

For serving

1. Plate up the risotto and scatter the roasted vegetables on top. The dish can be topped with herb oil or caramelized nuts according to taste.

Note: Since everyone’s health history and nutritional needs are so different, please make sure that you talk with your doctor and a registered dietitian to get advice about the diet and exercise plan that‘s right for you.

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